What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningParaffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Triethylhexanoin
MaskingGlycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Cetyl Caprylate
EmollientCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Triethanolamine
BufferingCetearyl Olivate
Cetyl Palmitate
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingSorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Citrus Paradisi Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningMethylparaben
Preservative
Lactobacillus Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate
Humectant
Saccharum Officinarum Extract
MoisturisingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingButylparaben
Masking
Disodium EDTA
Ethylparaben
Preservative
Isobutylparaben
Antimicrobial
Propylparaben
Preservative
Water, Paraffinum Liquidum, Triethylhexanoin, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetyl Caprylate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Glyceryl Stearate, Parfum, Polysorbate 60, Stearic Acid, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Phenoxyethanol, Triethanolamine, Cetearyl Olivate, Cetyl Palmitate, Dimethicone, PEG-100 Stearate, Carbomer, Chlorphenesin, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Sorbitan Olivate, Citrus Paradisi Fruit Extract, Methylparaben, Lactobacillus Ferment, Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate, Saccharum Officinarum Extract, Xanthan Gum, Butylparaben, Disodium EDTA, Ethylparaben, Isobutylparaben, Propylparaben
Water
Skin ConditioningIsononyl Isononanoate
EmollientIsohexadecane
EmollientCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Cetearyl Olivate
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit/Leaf Extract
AstringentMethylparaben
Preservative
Saccharum Officinarum Extract
MoisturisingEthylparaben
Preservative
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Ascorbyl Glucoside
Antioxidant
Citrus Limon Fruit Extract
Masking
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningTetrasodium EDTA
Acer Saccharum Extract
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Panax Ginseng Root Extract
Emollient
Potassium Hydroxide
BufferingMorus Alba Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningPropylparaben
Preservative
Water, Isononyl Isononanoate, Isohexadecane, Cyclopentasiloxane, Glycerin, Cyclohexasiloxane, Cetearyl Olivate, Xanthan Gum, Cetearyl Alcohol, Sorbitan Olivate, Phenoxyethanol, Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit/Leaf Extract, Methylparaben, Saccharum Officinarum Extract, Ethylparaben, Propylene Glycol, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Citrus Limon Fruit Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Extract, Tetrasodium EDTA, Acer Saccharum Extract, Butylene Glycol, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Potassium Hydroxide, Morus Alba Leaf Extract, Propylparaben
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolCetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.
Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.
Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Cetearyl AlcoholCetearyl Olivate is an emulsifier and texture enhancer. It is derived from the fatty acids of olive oil and Cetearyl alcohol, and is biodegradable.
As an emulsifier, it is used to prevent oils and waters from separating. It can also
Manufacturers use the name Olivem 1000. This ingredient has been found to preserve the natural microbiome of skin. Having a healthy microbiome helps keep our skin healthy and protects against harmful bacteria. This ingredient is grouped with Sorbitan Olivate under the name Olivem 1000.
Learn more about Cetearyl OlivateEthylparaben is a preservative, is a paraben, and is not reef safe.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinMethylparaben is a preservative and is a paraben. It is used to prevent the growth of fungus, mold, and other harmful bacteria. Parabens are chemicals used as preservatives in both cosmetics and food.
Methylparaben can be synthetically created. It can also be found naturally in some fruits, such as blueberries.
Oftentimes, Methylparaben is combined with other parabens to help increase the shelf life.
The safety of Methylparaben is currently being studied. While ongoing studies are looking into the safety of parabens, the results have been very mixed. Some studies have not found Methylparaben to be harmful.
Learn more about MethylparabenPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Propylparaben is a preservative and is a paraben with antifungal and antimicrobial properties.
This ingredient can be naturally found in plants and insects, but most of it is synthetically manufactured for human use. In cosmetics, it is usually created by reacting para-aminobenzoic acid and propanol (an alcohol).
You can usually find this ingredient in water-based products.
Parabens have come under controversy due to the claim they are hormone disruptors. Studies show conflicting results. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Propylparaben is commonly found in food, medicine, and cosmetics.
Learn more about PropylparabenThis ingredient is also called sugarcane extract. It is a moisturizing humectant and has skin soothing properties.
Similar to hyaluronic acid, sugarcane can attract moisture to your skin.
Glycolic acid is a derivative of sugarcane. While glycolic acid is an AHA with exfoliating properties, sugarcane is not an AHA.
A study from 2021 found the compounds in sugarcane extract to have antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory activity. The study also suggests these compounds can inhibit skin ageing enzymes and promote collagen synthesis.
Learn more about Saccharum Officinarum ExtractSorbitan Olivate is created from the fatty acids in olive oil and sorbitol.
This ingredient is an oil in water emulsifier. It helps stabilize a product by preventing oils and waters from separating. Sorbitan Olivate also helps hydrate the skin.
Manufacturers sell sorbitan olivate under the name OliveM 1000. OliveM 1000 a multifunctional ingredient. It is self-emulsifying. According to a manufacturer, OliveM 1000 does not disrupt natural skin biome.
Due to its olive oil base, this ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Sorbitan OlivateWater. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan Gum
